Mackenzie MacFi-mp User Manual

Manual is about: MP3 DIGITAL AUDIO RECORD/PLAY SYSTEM

Summary of MacFi-mp

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    Mackenzie laboratories, inc. 1163 nicole court glendora, ca 91740 usa tel: (909) 394-9007 fax: (909) 394-9411 email: info@macklabs.Com web: www.Macklabs.Com mp3 digital audio record/play system user's manual version 1.0 revised 05/14/2003 doc 99-20-043 - $25.00

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    2 general safety instructions always follow these basic safety precautions when using the system: 1. Read carefully and understand all instructions. 2. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product. 3. Do not block or cover ventilation slots and openings. 4. Do not place the product in ...

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    3 table of contents 1. Overview.................................................................................. 5 1.1 features and capabilities...................................................... 5 1.1.1. Macfi-mpe - enhanced features ...................................... 6 general specificatio...

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    4 shipping container contents the following items should be found in the container of macfi-mp, mp3 digital audio record/play system: ▪ macfi-mp system ▪ installation and user guide ▪ set of four rubber feet hardware configurations ▪ macfi-mp 40; 99 messages, 40 minutes ▪ macfi-mpe 40; 99 messages, ...

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    5 1. Overview 1.1 features and capabilities the mackenzie macfi-mp family is the most cost effective series of mp3 digital audio record / play systems available for industrial usage. Backed by mackenzie’s years of system design experience, macfi-mp offers a great deal of functionality in a compact a...

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    6 1.1.1. Macfi-mpe - enhanced features the macfi-mpe version adds the following features to the standard unit: -rs-232 (serial) control of recording and playback -rs-232 (serial) download of mpeg layer 1, 2 or 3 (mp3) files. -synchronization relay -front mounted controls general specifications audio...

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    7 remote activation i/o: control inputs: record, stop, 8 individual message start contacts. Icm-25(option): add to the macfi-mpe for 25 more start inputs per module. Status outputs: playing, sync(macfi-mpe version only) output type: dry relay contact, 1a @24vdc non- inductive load connection: plugga...

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    8 2. Installation & configuration this section provides complete instructions for mounting the macfi-mp, mp3 digital audio record / play system on a wall or table. It also illustrates all interface requirements to auxiliary equipment, including inputs and outputs. Configuration switch settings are p...

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    9 2.2.2. Configuration switches 8 position dip switch: up ( ) position is off. Down ( ) position is on. This user adjustable dip switch is provided to allow the user to tailor the operation of the macfi-mp to meet their demands. Note: dip switch settings are only established at system power up. To c...

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    10 5 6 standard operation - details below play one sequence per closure -details below play while active - details below play method defines playback mode of message sequences. Message sequences are comprised of the message material, number of plays and delay between plays. Re-trigger - details belo...

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    11 message may be queued more than once. Any activation issued once the queue is filled will be ignored. A stop command will stop the message which is currently playing, and when released, the next message in queue will begin playing. If multiple inputs are held active and maintained, the system wil...

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    12 7 disable enable play next enabling play next allows start 8 input (connector 1, pos. 9) to initiate playback of the next valid message sequence. The first start activation after power on will play message 1. All operation modes are supported and other start inputs (1 - 7) are disabled. 8 disable...

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    13 2.2.4. Connector 2 3 position terminal connection. Used for remote activation of recording. 1 record input, connect to common on connector 1 to enter record setup mode. 2 future use 3 future use for remote recording procedure, reference section 3.2. 2.2.5. Audio in level potentiometer to adjust r...

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    16 2.2.9. Audio out line line level analog audio output for playing messages. Mono. Transformer isolated, rca connection, 600 ohm impedance. Compatible with the unbalanced analog inputs of most audio equipment. 2.2.10. Audio out spkr bridged, mono speaker output for playing messages. 2 position term...

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    17 2.3.2. Audio sense indicator off audio signal is low or no signal present on signal present this green led monitors the presence of audio on recording input. This is designed to indicate that the audio level is optimum for system performance. It is not an absolute reference that audio is present ...

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    18 if a message is setup for recording, the record led will be blinking and the message location will be displayed on the message number display, pressing this button will initiate the recording process. Pressing it again, with the recording in process, will stop the recording. Pressing this button ...

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    19 display reads cause cycles through all segments no messages to select for playback. 1 - 99 message number playing or recording both decimals blink message location is occupied right decimal solid delay, pause or repeat configuration has been modified on macfi-mpe fc bad block memory test* hi macf...

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    20 3. Operation 3.1 recording - local local recording is achieved through the led’s and buttons located on the top of the macfi-mp unit. Please reference the manual button & led configuration section of this manual for additional information on functions. Step 1 – make all desired power, audio in, a...

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    21 step 3 – provide a maintained input signal between the message activation input desired(connector 1, terminals 2-9) and common(connector 1 terminal 1). Both the record and corresponding message on the message number display will remain solid during recording step 4 – start audio source. Step 5 – ...

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    22 step 1 – make all desired power, audio out, configuration switch and i/o connections to the unit and power up. Unit will initiate self test and default to idle mode. Step 2 – provide a momentary or maintained contact closure between the message input(connector 1, terminals 2- 9) desired and commo...

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    23 4. Macfi-mpe enhanced features the purpose of this section is to document and explain the added features of the macfi-mpe. In brief, these features include rs-232 (serial) control and synchronization relay. These features also change some physical attributes of the original macfi unit. These phys...

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    24 5. Warranty, service & returns the industrial grade housing and quality construction of the mackenzie macfi-mp virtually eliminates the need for service or maintenance. There are no user-serviceable components within the mackenzie macfi-mp. Refer all servicing to the factory. 5.1 warranty coverag...

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    25 5.2 what we ask you to do: to get warranty service for your macfi-mp system, you must provide proof of the date of original purchase. In the event you need to ship your macfi-mp system to the factory for service, call us for a return authorization number. When you ship your macfi-mp system, you m...

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    26 notes: _________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________ ...

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    27 warranty & registration card for the macfi-mp - mp3 digital audio record/play system date: ____________________ serial no.: ____________________ purchaser: _______________________________________________ address: ________________________________________________ city: __________________________ st...

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